Sub-Saharan Africa' s energy sector can be improved to unlock a better life for its citizens. This report describes one of the most poorly understood parts of the global energy system, offers an authoritative study of its future prospects - broken down by fuel, sector and sub-region - and shows how investment in the sub-Saharan energy sector can stimulate rapid economic and social development across the region.
The report:
Explores how quickly modern energy might be brought to the huge population currently deprived of it
Highlights key actions in the energy sector that can unleash more rapid economic and social development in sub-Saharan Africa
Evaluates the role of renewables in the region's energy future, and how important mini- and off-grid solutions can be in providing access to electricity
Examines how existing and emerging oil and gas producers can maximise the value of their resources for economic development
Identifies the benefits that greater regional integration of the energy sector can bring, as well as mapping the future role of sub-Saharan Africa in the global energy system

Sub Saharan Africa is starved for electricity, the region's power sector is significantly underdeveloped, whether we look at energy access, installed capacity or overall consumption. There is a direct correlation between economic growth and electricity supply. If Sub Saharan Africa is to fulfil its promise, it needs power and lots of it. JoinCNBC Africa's Bronwyn Nielsen for this powerful dialogue, the first episode in a series of dialogues focused on Powering Africa.

published:10 Jan 2017

views:491

South Africa's energy crisis has cost the economy an estimated 30 billion dollars since 2008. The figure is rising steadily as load shedding is implemented. Big business and the industrial sector is feeling the pain of the interruptions. Despite the need for increased production, Eskom is unable to guarantee a stable power supply at this stage.

published:13 Jan 2015

views:1435

Dad’s BrilliantBusiness PlanScene: A conversation with my friend’s father, who knows I do Web design.
Father: I have a business idea. How hard is it to make a Facebook?
Me: Oh, very easy.
Friend: He doesn’t mean to make a Facebook profile. He means to remake all of Facebook.
Me: Oh. Very hard.
Father: Oh, OK.

published:15 Feb 2017

views:28

The supply of power is among the most significant factors holding back economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa. With smart investments in energy projects and technologies, Africa has the potential to tap vast resources that will attract international business and investment, create jobs and improve livelihoods. Business leaders and entrepreneurs are transforming the power sector, but how can their success be scaled up to bring reliable electricity to the 600 million Africans living without it? As more stakeholders see the possibilities of African energy, and with the support of initiatives such as the U.S. government's Power Africa, the continent is positioned to become a tabula rasa for innovations in energy technology, distribution and financing. This panel will focus on trends, opportunities and models for unlocking Africa's energy potential.

Sub-Saharan Africa’s economy has more than doubled since 2000. The InternationalEnergyAgency estimates that energy demand will increase by 80% until 2040, as a result of a growing middle class, urbanisation and high population growth rates. Africa has substantial renewable energy resources which are largely untapped: Only 10% of the continent’s hydropower potential is being utilised, the vast potential for solar is nearly untouched, wind energy resources have not yet been exploited and geothermal energy will play a crucial role in East Africa in the near future.
Throughout the continent, stakeholders from the public and private sector as well as civil society have demonstrated their commitment to renewable energy and a number of projects have been successfully developed. While Latin America and Asia are the markets of today, Africa will be the market of tomorrow. For european companies this poses significant investment opportunities to engage in Africa’s renewable energy markets.
However, challenges remain. Lack of market information hinders the identification of opportunities and the establishment of business relations. High capital costs, as well as the complicated access to dedicated finance options delay investments. Remaining gaps in the regulatory framework need to be closed and local skills and capacities need improvement.
In light of these challenges, the Africa-EU Renewable Energy Cooperation Programme (RECP), a multi-donor programme that supports development of markets for renewable energy in Africa, was launched by more than 35 African and European Ministers at the First High-Level Meeting of the Africa-EU Energy Partnership (AEEP) in Vienna in September 2010.
The objective of the programme is to support market development for meso-scale renewable energy technologies in Africa in order to harness the untapped potential and meet current and future energy needs. Meso-scale projects have substantial potential for increasing energy access and simultaneously provide local benefits. The RECP supports African and European companies to join forces and invest, while engaging with finance institutions and governments, with the objective of increasing private investment in renewable energy in Africa.
The RECP is based on an integrated approach of interlinked interventions organised in four Action Areas. Each Action Area is targeting a crucial success factor for efficient markets:
1) Policy Advisory 2) Private Sector cooperation 3) Access to Finance 4) Innovation and Skills Development
For more information: http://www.africa-eu-renewables.org/

published:15 Jun 2015

views:3033

The British Government has launched a new campaign to help achieve universal energy access across Africa by 2030. Part of the initiative involves removing some of the barriers to installing small, self-contained solar energy kits into homes and businesses, which are operated on a pay-as-you-go system.Our UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports.

Energy

In physics, energy is a property of objects which can be transferred to other objects or converted into different forms, but cannot be created or destroyed. The "ability of a system to perform work" is a common description, but it is difficult to give one single comprehensive definition of energy because of its many forms. For instance, in SI units, energy is measured in joules, and one joule is defined "mechanically", being the energy transferred to an object by the mechanical work of moving it a distance of 1 metre against a force of 1 newton. However, there are many other definitions of energy, depending on the context, such as thermal energy, radiant energy, electromagnetic, nuclear, etc., where definitions are derived that are the most convenient.

Based on REN21's 2014 report, renewables contributed 19 percent to humans' global energy consumption and 22 percent to their generation of electricity in 2012 and 2013, respectively. This energy consumption is divided as 9% coming from traditional biomass, 4.2% as heat energy (non-biomass), 3.8% hydro electricity and 2% is electricity from wind, solar, geothermal, and biomass. Worldwide investments in renewable technologies amounted to more than US$214 billion in 2013, with countries like China and the United States heavily investing in wind, hydro, solar and biofuels.

Since probably 3500 B.C.E, the Saharan and Sub-Saharan regions of Africa have been separated by the extremely harsh climate of the sparsely populated Sahara, forming an effective barrier interrupted by only the Nile River in Sudan, though the Nile was blocked by the river's cataracts. The Sahara pump theory explains how flora and fauna (including Homo sapiens) left Africa to penetrate the Middle East and beyond. African pluvial periods are associated with a "wet Sahara" phase during which larger lakes and more rivers existed.

Africa Business Report

Africa Business Report is a business news programme produced by the BBC and is shown on BBC World News. This programme was launched in 2009 as a monthly half-hour programme presented by Komla Dumor. Following a hiatus in 2011, the programme was relaunched on 5 October 2013 and is now aired worldwide as a weekly 20-minute programme.
The programme, which utilises correspondents located throughout the continent, is described by BBC World News as:

Africa Energy Outlook

Sub-Saharan Africa' s energy sector can be improved to unlock a better life for its citizens. This report describes one of the most poorly understood parts of the global energy system, offers an authoritative study of its future prospects - broken down by fuel, sector and sub-region - and shows how investment in the sub-Saharan energy sector can stimulate rapid economic and social development across the region.
The report:
Explores how quickly modern energy might be brought to the huge population currently deprived of it
Highlights key actions in the energy sector that can unleash more rapid economic and social development in sub-Saharan Africa
Evaluates the role of renewables in the region's energy future, and how important mini- and off-grid solutions can be in providing access to electricity
Examines how existing and emerging oil and gas producers can maximise the value of their resources for economic development
Identifies the benefits that greater regional integration of the energy sector can bring, as well as mapping the future role of sub-Saharan Africa in the global energy system

20:47

Africa Energy Development - BBC Africa Business Report Recorded 18.09.2011

Africa Energy Development - BBC Africa Business Report Recorded 18.09.2011

Africa Energy Development - BBC Africa Business Report Recorded 18.09.2011

Sub Saharan Africa is starved for electricity, the region's power sector is significantly underdeveloped, whether we look at energy access, installed capacity or overall consumption. There is a direct correlation between economic growth and electricity supply. If Sub Saharan Africa is to fulfil its promise, it needs power and lots of it. JoinCNBC Africa's Bronwyn Nielsen for this powerful dialogue, the first episode in a series of dialogues focused on Powering Africa.

2:46

Report: South Africa's Energy Crisis And Its Implications

Report: South Africa's Energy Crisis And Its Implications

Report: South Africa's Energy Crisis And Its Implications

South Africa's energy crisis has cost the economy an estimated 30 billion dollars since 2008. The figure is rising steadily as load shedding is implemented. Big business and the industrial sector is feeling the pain of the interruptions. Despite the need for increased production, Eskom is unable to guarantee a stable power supply at this stage.

Dad’s BrilliantBusiness PlanScene: A conversation with my friend’s father, who knows I do Web design.
Father: I have a business idea. How hard is it to make a Facebook?
Me: Oh, very easy.
Friend: He doesn’t mean to make a Facebook profile. He means to remake all of Facebook.
Me: Oh. Very hard.
Father: Oh, OK.

1:03:27

Africa's Energy Landscape

Africa's Energy Landscape

Africa's Energy Landscape

The supply of power is among the most significant factors holding back economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa. With smart investments in energy projects and technologies, Africa has the potential to tap vast resources that will attract international business and investment, create jobs and improve livelihoods. Business leaders and entrepreneurs are transforming the power sector, but how can their success be scaled up to bring reliable electricity to the 600 million Africans living without it? As more stakeholders see the possibilities of African energy, and with the support of initiatives such as the U.S. government's Power Africa, the continent is positioned to become a tabula rasa for innovations in energy technology, distribution and financing. This panel will focus on trends, opportunities and models for unlocking Africa's energy potential.

The Africa-EU Renewable Energy Cooperation Programme (RECP)

Sub-Saharan Africa’s economy has more than doubled since 2000. The InternationalEnergyAgency estimates that energy demand will increase by 80% until 2040, as a result of a growing middle class, urbanisation and high population growth rates. Africa has substantial renewable energy resources which are largely untapped: Only 10% of the continent’s hydropower potential is being utilised, the vast potential for solar is nearly untouched, wind energy resources have not yet been exploited and geothermal energy will play a crucial role in East Africa in the near future.
Throughout the continent, stakeholders from the public and private sector as well as civil society have demonstrated their commitment to renewable energy and a number of projects have been successfully developed. While Latin America and Asia are the markets of today, Africa will be the market of tomorrow. For european companies this poses significant investment opportunities to engage in Africa’s renewable energy markets.
However, challenges remain. Lack of market information hinders the identification of opportunities and the establishment of business relations. High capital costs, as well as the complicated access to dedicated finance options delay investments. Remaining gaps in the regulatory framework need to be closed and local skills and capacities need improvement.
In light of these challenges, the Africa-EU Renewable Energy Cooperation Programme (RECP), a multi-donor programme that supports development of markets for renewable energy in Africa, was launched by more than 35 African and European Ministers at the First High-Level Meeting of the Africa-EU Energy Partnership (AEEP) in Vienna in September 2010.
The objective of the programme is to support market development for meso-scale renewable energy technologies in Africa in order to harness the untapped potential and meet current and future energy needs. Meso-scale projects have substantial potential for increasing energy access and simultaneously provide local benefits. The RECP supports African and European companies to join forces and invest, while engaging with finance institutions and governments, with the objective of increasing private investment in renewable energy in Africa.
The RECP is based on an integrated approach of interlinked interventions organised in four Action Areas. Each Action Area is targeting a crucial success factor for efficient markets:
1) Policy Advisory 2) Private Sector cooperation 3) Access to Finance 4) Innovation and Skills Development
For more information: http://www.africa-eu-renewables.org/

2:29

Solar energy for Africa by 2030

Solar energy for Africa by 2030

Solar energy for Africa by 2030

The British Government has launched a new campaign to help achieve universal energy access across Africa by 2030. Part of the initiative involves removing some of the barriers to installing small, self-contained solar energy kits into homes and businesses, which are operated on a pay-as-you-go system.Our UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports.

2:54

S. Africa Power Crisis: People Rely on Renewable Energy As Blackouts Start To Bite

S. Africa Power Crisis: People Rely on Renewable Energy As Blackouts Start To Bite

S. Africa Power Crisis: People Rely on Renewable Energy As Blackouts Start To Bite

South Africa's power utility has warned of a worsening power shortage, due to a technical fault at its nuclear power station. Eskom says the cause of the fault is not known but that it did not affect the nuclear reactor. But the power crisis has led to some residents in the Cape Town taking the decision to stop relying on the national electricity supply and generate their own, instead. CCTV's TraversAndrews filed this report.

Animation – Seizing Africa’s energy and climate opportunities

Can we stave off catastrophic climate change while building the energy systems needed to power growth, create jobs, and lift millions of people out of poverty? That’s a crucial question for Africa.
Infographics in this animation are drawn from this year's Africa Progress Report, ""Power, People, Planet: Seizing Africa’s energy and climate opportunities ".

Report Summary: Financing renewable energy in sub-Saharan Africa

This UNEPFinanceInitiative report outlines how current obstacles to the scaling-up of sustainable energy solutions in Africa - namely cost, infrastructure, and risk - can be tackled with the involvement of private finance. The report's conclusions and recommendations to sub-Saharan Africa and international policy-makers are based on a survey of 38 financial institutions.

Renewable Energy Africa

IEA's Renewable Energy Market Report 2017

The CSISEnergy and National SecurityProgram is pleased to host Heymi Bahar, Project Manager of the Renewable EnergyDivision at the International Energy Agency (IEA), for a presentation of the IEA's Renewable Energy MarketReport 2017 (formerly titled Medium-Term Renewables Market Report). The report provides a detailed market analysis and overview of renewable electricity capacity and generation, biofuels production, and heat consumption, as well as a forecast for the period between 2017 and 2022. This year's report also assesses the off-grid solar market in Africa and developing Asia and the contribution of electric vehicles to renewable road transport.
Additionally, the Renewable Energy Market Report 2017 identifies a set of policy improvements in key markets that could accelerate the growth of renewables in the electricity sector as well as transport biofuels, necessary in all sectors for increased decarbonisation on track with long-term climate goals.

Africa Energy Outlook

Sub-Saharan Africa' s energy sector can be improved to unlock a better life for its citizens. This report describes one of the most poorly understood parts of the global energy system, offers an authoritative study of its future prospects - broken down by fuel, sector and sub-region - and shows how investment in the sub-Saharan energy sector can stimulate rapid economic and social development across the region.
The report:
Explores how quickly modern energy might be brought to the huge population currently deprived of it
Highlights key actions in the energy sector that can unleash more rapid economic and social development in sub-Saharan Africa
Evaluates the role of renewables in the region's energy future, and how important mini- and off-grid solutions can be in providing access to e...

published: 14 Oct 2014

Africa Energy Development - BBC Africa Business Report Recorded 18.09.2011

Sub Saharan Africa is starved for electricity, the region's power sector is significantly underdeveloped, whether we look at energy access, installed capacity or overall consumption. There is a direct correlation between economic growth and electricity supply. If Sub Saharan Africa is to fulfil its promise, it needs power and lots of it. JoinCNBC Africa's Bronwyn Nielsen for this powerful dialogue, the first episode in a series of dialogues focused on Powering Africa.

published: 10 Jan 2017

Report: South Africa's Energy Crisis And Its Implications

South Africa's energy crisis has cost the economy an estimated 30 billion dollars since 2008. The figure is rising steadily as load shedding is implemented. Big business and the industrial sector is feeling the pain of the interruptions. Despite the need for increased production, Eskom is unable to guarantee a stable power supply at this stage.

Dad’s BrilliantBusiness PlanScene: A conversation with my friend’s father, who knows I do Web design.
Father: I have a business idea. How hard is it to make a Facebook?
Me: Oh, very easy.
Friend: He doesn’t mean to make a Facebook profile. He means to remake all of Facebook.
Me: Oh. Very hard.
Father: Oh, OK.

published: 15 Feb 2017

Africa's Energy Landscape

The supply of power is among the most significant factors holding back economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa. With smart investments in energy projects and technologies, Africa has the potential to tap vast resources that will attract international business and investment, create jobs and improve livelihoods. Business leaders and entrepreneurs are transforming the power sector, but how can their success be scaled up to bring reliable electricity to the 600 million Africans living without it? As more stakeholders see the possibilities of African energy, and with the support of initiatives such as the U.S. government's Power Africa, the continent is positioned to become a tabula rasa for innovations in energy technology, distribution and financing. This panel will focus on trends, opportunit...

Africa's Changing Energy Landscape

New oil and gas discoveries across Africa have raised hopes among governments and citizens alike that major investments to spur economic growth and development are the horizon. But the recent collapse in oil prices and broader unease around the energy market leave the timetable for capitalizing on these new discoveries uncertain. Join us for a pair of panel discussions on what these discoveries mean for Africa's energy landscape and what role renewable energy sources can play in broader efforts to increase energy access and support development across the continent. The conference will serve as the launch of the new CSIS report, "Africa's New EnergyProducers: Making the Most of EmergingOpportunities."
Panelists will include:
Christopher A. SmithAssistant Secretary for Fossil Energy, ...

The Africa-EU Renewable Energy Cooperation Programme (RECP)

Sub-Saharan Africa’s economy has more than doubled since 2000. The InternationalEnergyAgency estimates that energy demand will increase by 80% until 2040, as a result of a growing middle class, urbanisation and high population growth rates. Africa has substantial renewable energy resources which are largely untapped: Only 10% of the continent’s hydropower potential is being utilised, the vast potential for solar is nearly untouched, wind energy resources have not yet been exploited and geothermal energy will play a crucial role in East Africa in the near future.
Throughout the continent, stakeholders from the public and private sector as well as civil society have demonstrated their commitment to renewable energy and a number of projects have been successfully developed. While Latin A...

published: 15 Jun 2015

Solar energy for Africa by 2030

The British Government has launched a new campaign to help achieve universal energy access across Africa by 2030. Part of the initiative involves removing some of the barriers to installing small, self-contained solar energy kits into homes and businesses, which are operated on a pay-as-you-go system.Our UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports.

published: 18 Nov 2015

S. Africa Power Crisis: People Rely on Renewable Energy As Blackouts Start To Bite

South Africa's power utility has warned of a worsening power shortage, due to a technical fault at its nuclear power station. Eskom says the cause of the fault is not known but that it did not affect the nuclear reactor. But the power crisis has led to some residents in the Cape Town taking the decision to stop relying on the national electricity supply and generate their own, instead. CCTV's TraversAndrews filed this report.

Animation – Seizing Africa’s energy and climate opportunities

Can we stave off catastrophic climate change while building the energy systems needed to power growth, create jobs, and lift millions of people out of poverty? That’s a crucial question for Africa.
Infographics in this animation are drawn from this year's Africa Progress Report, ""Power, People, Planet: Seizing Africa’s energy and climate opportunities ".

Report Summary: Financing renewable energy in sub-Saharan Africa

This UNEPFinanceInitiative report outlines how current obstacles to the scaling-up of sustainable energy solutions in Africa - namely cost, infrastructure, and risk - can be tackled with the involvement of private finance. The report's conclusions and recommendations to sub-Saharan Africa and international policy-makers are based on a survey of 38 financial institutions.

Renewable Energy Africa

IEA's Renewable Energy Market Report 2017

The CSISEnergy and National SecurityProgram is pleased to host Heymi Bahar, Project Manager of the Renewable EnergyDivision at the International Energy Agency (IEA), for a presentation of the IEA's Renewable Energy MarketReport 2017 (formerly titled Medium-Term Renewables Market Report). The report provides a detailed market analysis and overview of renewable electricity capacity and generation, biofuels production, and heat consumption, as well as a forecast for the period between 2017 and 2022. This year's report also assesses the off-grid solar market in Africa and developing Asia and the contribution of electric vehicles to renewable road transport.
Additionally, the Renewable Energy Market Report 2017 identifies a set of policy improvements in key markets that could accelerate th...

Africa Energy Outlook

Sub-Saharan Africa' s energy sector can be improved to unlock a better life for its citizens. This report describes one of the most poorly understood parts of ...

Sub-Saharan Africa' s energy sector can be improved to unlock a better life for its citizens. This report describes one of the most poorly understood parts of the global energy system, offers an authoritative study of its future prospects - broken down by fuel, sector and sub-region - and shows how investment in the sub-Saharan energy sector can stimulate rapid economic and social development across the region.
The report:
Explores how quickly modern energy might be brought to the huge population currently deprived of it
Highlights key actions in the energy sector that can unleash more rapid economic and social development in sub-Saharan Africa
Evaluates the role of renewables in the region's energy future, and how important mini- and off-grid solutions can be in providing access to electricity
Examines how existing and emerging oil and gas producers can maximise the value of their resources for economic development
Identifies the benefits that greater regional integration of the energy sector can bring, as well as mapping the future role of sub-Saharan Africa in the global energy system

Sub-Saharan Africa' s energy sector can be improved to unlock a better life for its citizens. This report describes one of the most poorly understood parts of the global energy system, offers an authoritative study of its future prospects - broken down by fuel, sector and sub-region - and shows how investment in the sub-Saharan energy sector can stimulate rapid economic and social development across the region.
The report:
Explores how quickly modern energy might be brought to the huge population currently deprived of it
Highlights key actions in the energy sector that can unleash more rapid economic and social development in sub-Saharan Africa
Evaluates the role of renewables in the region's energy future, and how important mini- and off-grid solutions can be in providing access to electricity
Examines how existing and emerging oil and gas producers can maximise the value of their resources for economic development
Identifies the benefits that greater regional integration of the energy sector can bring, as well as mapping the future role of sub-Saharan Africa in the global energy system

published:14 Oct 2014

views:2715

back

Africa Energy Development - BBC Africa Business Report Recorded 18.09.2011

Sub Saharan Africa is starved for electricity, the region's power sector is significantly underdeveloped, whether we look at energy access, installed capacity o...

Sub Saharan Africa is starved for electricity, the region's power sector is significantly underdeveloped, whether we look at energy access, installed capacity or overall consumption. There is a direct correlation between economic growth and electricity supply. If Sub Saharan Africa is to fulfil its promise, it needs power and lots of it. JoinCNBC Africa's Bronwyn Nielsen for this powerful dialogue, the first episode in a series of dialogues focused on Powering Africa.

Sub Saharan Africa is starved for electricity, the region's power sector is significantly underdeveloped, whether we look at energy access, installed capacity or overall consumption. There is a direct correlation between economic growth and electricity supply. If Sub Saharan Africa is to fulfil its promise, it needs power and lots of it. JoinCNBC Africa's Bronwyn Nielsen for this powerful dialogue, the first episode in a series of dialogues focused on Powering Africa.

Report: South Africa's Energy Crisis And Its Implications

South Africa's energy crisis has cost the economy an estimated 30 billion dollars since 2008. The figure is rising steadily as load shedding is implemented. Bi...

South Africa's energy crisis has cost the economy an estimated 30 billion dollars since 2008. The figure is rising steadily as load shedding is implemented. Big business and the industrial sector is feeling the pain of the interruptions. Despite the need for increased production, Eskom is unable to guarantee a stable power supply at this stage.

South Africa's energy crisis has cost the economy an estimated 30 billion dollars since 2008. The figure is rising steadily as load shedding is implemented. Big business and the industrial sector is feeling the pain of the interruptions. Despite the need for increased production, Eskom is unable to guarantee a stable power supply at this stage.

Dad’s BrilliantBusiness PlanScene: A conversation with my friend’s father, who knows I do Web design.
Father: I have a business idea. How hard is it to make a Facebook?
Me: Oh, very easy.
Friend: He doesn’t mean to make a Facebook profile. He means to remake all of Facebook.
Me: Oh. Very hard.
Father: Oh, OK.

Dad’s BrilliantBusiness PlanScene: A conversation with my friend’s father, who knows I do Web design.
Father: I have a business idea. How hard is it to make a Facebook?
Me: Oh, very easy.
Friend: He doesn’t mean to make a Facebook profile. He means to remake all of Facebook.
Me: Oh. Very hard.
Father: Oh, OK.

Africa's Energy Landscape

The supply of power is among the most significant factors holding back economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa. With smart investments in energy projects and tech...

The supply of power is among the most significant factors holding back economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa. With smart investments in energy projects and technologies, Africa has the potential to tap vast resources that will attract international business and investment, create jobs and improve livelihoods. Business leaders and entrepreneurs are transforming the power sector, but how can their success be scaled up to bring reliable electricity to the 600 million Africans living without it? As more stakeholders see the possibilities of African energy, and with the support of initiatives such as the U.S. government's Power Africa, the continent is positioned to become a tabula rasa for innovations in energy technology, distribution and financing. This panel will focus on trends, opportunities and models for unlocking Africa's energy potential.

The supply of power is among the most significant factors holding back economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa. With smart investments in energy projects and technologies, Africa has the potential to tap vast resources that will attract international business and investment, create jobs and improve livelihoods. Business leaders and entrepreneurs are transforming the power sector, but how can their success be scaled up to bring reliable electricity to the 600 million Africans living without it? As more stakeholders see the possibilities of African energy, and with the support of initiatives such as the U.S. government's Power Africa, the continent is positioned to become a tabula rasa for innovations in energy technology, distribution and financing. This panel will focus on trends, opportunities and models for unlocking Africa's energy potential.

Sub-Saharan Africa’s economy has more than doubled since 2000. The InternationalEnergyAgency estimates that energy demand will increase by 80% until 2040, as a result of a growing middle class, urbanisation and high population growth rates. Africa has substantial renewable energy resources which are largely untapped: Only 10% of the continent’s hydropower potential is being utilised, the vast potential for solar is nearly untouched, wind energy resources have not yet been exploited and geothermal energy will play a crucial role in East Africa in the near future.
Throughout the continent, stakeholders from the public and private sector as well as civil society have demonstrated their commitment to renewable energy and a number of projects have been successfully developed. While Latin America and Asia are the markets of today, Africa will be the market of tomorrow. For european companies this poses significant investment opportunities to engage in Africa’s renewable energy markets.
However, challenges remain. Lack of market information hinders the identification of opportunities and the establishment of business relations. High capital costs, as well as the complicated access to dedicated finance options delay investments. Remaining gaps in the regulatory framework need to be closed and local skills and capacities need improvement.
In light of these challenges, the Africa-EU Renewable Energy Cooperation Programme (RECP), a multi-donor programme that supports development of markets for renewable energy in Africa, was launched by more than 35 African and European Ministers at the First High-Level Meeting of the Africa-EU Energy Partnership (AEEP) in Vienna in September 2010.
The objective of the programme is to support market development for meso-scale renewable energy technologies in Africa in order to harness the untapped potential and meet current and future energy needs. Meso-scale projects have substantial potential for increasing energy access and simultaneously provide local benefits. The RECP supports African and European companies to join forces and invest, while engaging with finance institutions and governments, with the objective of increasing private investment in renewable energy in Africa.
The RECP is based on an integrated approach of interlinked interventions organised in four Action Areas. Each Action Area is targeting a crucial success factor for efficient markets:
1) Policy Advisory 2) Private Sector cooperation 3) Access to Finance 4) Innovation and Skills Development
For more information: http://www.africa-eu-renewables.org/

Sub-Saharan Africa’s economy has more than doubled since 2000. The InternationalEnergyAgency estimates that energy demand will increase by 80% until 2040, as a result of a growing middle class, urbanisation and high population growth rates. Africa has substantial renewable energy resources which are largely untapped: Only 10% of the continent’s hydropower potential is being utilised, the vast potential for solar is nearly untouched, wind energy resources have not yet been exploited and geothermal energy will play a crucial role in East Africa in the near future.
Throughout the continent, stakeholders from the public and private sector as well as civil society have demonstrated their commitment to renewable energy and a number of projects have been successfully developed. While Latin America and Asia are the markets of today, Africa will be the market of tomorrow. For european companies this poses significant investment opportunities to engage in Africa’s renewable energy markets.
However, challenges remain. Lack of market information hinders the identification of opportunities and the establishment of business relations. High capital costs, as well as the complicated access to dedicated finance options delay investments. Remaining gaps in the regulatory framework need to be closed and local skills and capacities need improvement.
In light of these challenges, the Africa-EU Renewable Energy Cooperation Programme (RECP), a multi-donor programme that supports development of markets for renewable energy in Africa, was launched by more than 35 African and European Ministers at the First High-Level Meeting of the Africa-EU Energy Partnership (AEEP) in Vienna in September 2010.
The objective of the programme is to support market development for meso-scale renewable energy technologies in Africa in order to harness the untapped potential and meet current and future energy needs. Meso-scale projects have substantial potential for increasing energy access and simultaneously provide local benefits. The RECP supports African and European companies to join forces and invest, while engaging with finance institutions and governments, with the objective of increasing private investment in renewable energy in Africa.
The RECP is based on an integrated approach of interlinked interventions organised in four Action Areas. Each Action Area is targeting a crucial success factor for efficient markets:
1) Policy Advisory 2) Private Sector cooperation 3) Access to Finance 4) Innovation and Skills Development
For more information: http://www.africa-eu-renewables.org/

The British Government has launched a new campaign to help achieve universal energy access across Africa by 2030. Part of the initiative involves removing some of the barriers to installing small, self-contained solar energy kits into homes and businesses, which are operated on a pay-as-you-go system.Our UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports.

The British Government has launched a new campaign to help achieve universal energy access across Africa by 2030. Part of the initiative involves removing some of the barriers to installing small, self-contained solar energy kits into homes and businesses, which are operated on a pay-as-you-go system.Our UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports.

published:18 Nov 2015

views:4845

back

S. Africa Power Crisis: People Rely on Renewable Energy As Blackouts Start To Bite

South Africa's power utility has warned of a worsening power shortage, due to a technical fault at its nuclear power station. Eskom says the cause of the fault ...

South Africa's power utility has warned of a worsening power shortage, due to a technical fault at its nuclear power station. Eskom says the cause of the fault is not known but that it did not affect the nuclear reactor. But the power crisis has led to some residents in the Cape Town taking the decision to stop relying on the national electricity supply and generate their own, instead. CCTV's TraversAndrews filed this report.

South Africa's power utility has warned of a worsening power shortage, due to a technical fault at its nuclear power station. Eskom says the cause of the fault is not known but that it did not affect the nuclear reactor. But the power crisis has led to some residents in the Cape Town taking the decision to stop relying on the national electricity supply and generate their own, instead. CCTV's TraversAndrews filed this report.

Animation – Seizing Africa’s energy and climate opportunities

Can we stave off catastrophic climate change while building the energy systems needed to power growth, create jobs, and lift millions of people out of poverty? ...

Can we stave off catastrophic climate change while building the energy systems needed to power growth, create jobs, and lift millions of people out of poverty? That’s a crucial question for Africa.
Infographics in this animation are drawn from this year's Africa Progress Report, ""Power, People, Planet: Seizing Africa’s energy and climate opportunities ".

Can we stave off catastrophic climate change while building the energy systems needed to power growth, create jobs, and lift millions of people out of poverty? That’s a crucial question for Africa.
Infographics in this animation are drawn from this year's Africa Progress Report, ""Power, People, Planet: Seizing Africa’s energy and climate opportunities ".

Report Summary: Financing renewable energy in sub-Saharan Africa

This UNEPFinanceInitiative report outlines how current obstacles to the scaling-up of sustainable energy solutions in Africa - namely cost, infrastructure, an...

This UNEPFinanceInitiative report outlines how current obstacles to the scaling-up of sustainable energy solutions in Africa - namely cost, infrastructure, and risk - can be tackled with the involvement of private finance. The report's conclusions and recommendations to sub-Saharan Africa and international policy-makers are based on a survey of 38 financial institutions.

This UNEPFinanceInitiative report outlines how current obstacles to the scaling-up of sustainable energy solutions in Africa - namely cost, infrastructure, and risk - can be tackled with the involvement of private finance. The report's conclusions and recommendations to sub-Saharan Africa and international policy-makers are based on a survey of 38 financial institutions.

The CSISEnergy and National SecurityProgram is pleased to host Heymi Bahar, Project Manager of the Renewable EnergyDivision at the International Energy Agency (IEA), for a presentation of the IEA's Renewable Energy MarketReport 2017 (formerly titled Medium-Term Renewables Market Report). The report provides a detailed market analysis and overview of renewable electricity capacity and generation, biofuels production, and heat consumption, as well as a forecast for the period between 2017 and 2022. This year's report also assesses the off-grid solar market in Africa and developing Asia and the contribution of electric vehicles to renewable road transport.
Additionally, the Renewable Energy Market Report 2017 identifies a set of policy improvements in key markets that could accelerate the growth of renewables in the electricity sector as well as transport biofuels, necessary in all sectors for increased decarbonisation on track with long-term climate goals.

The CSISEnergy and National SecurityProgram is pleased to host Heymi Bahar, Project Manager of the Renewable EnergyDivision at the International Energy Agency (IEA), for a presentation of the IEA's Renewable Energy MarketReport 2017 (formerly titled Medium-Term Renewables Market Report). The report provides a detailed market analysis and overview of renewable electricity capacity and generation, biofuels production, and heat consumption, as well as a forecast for the period between 2017 and 2022. This year's report also assesses the off-grid solar market in Africa and developing Asia and the contribution of electric vehicles to renewable road transport.
Additionally, the Renewable Energy Market Report 2017 identifies a set of policy improvements in key markets that could accelerate the growth of renewables in the electricity sector as well as transport biofuels, necessary in all sectors for increased decarbonisation on track with long-term climate goals.

Sub Saharan Africa is starved for electricity, the region's power sector is significantly underdeveloped, whether we look at energy access, installed capacity or overall consumption. There is a direct correlation between economic growth and electricity supply. If Sub Saharan Africa is to fulfil its promise, it needs power and lots of it. JoinCNBC Africa's Bronwyn Nielsen for this powerful dialogue, the first episode in a series of dialogues focused on Powering Africa.

published: 10 Jan 2017

Africa Energy Development BBC Africa Business Report Recorded 18.09.2017

Africa's Energy Landscape

The supply of power is among the most significant factors holding back economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa. With smart investments in energy projects and technologies, Africa has the potential to tap vast resources that will attract international business and investment, create jobs and improve livelihoods. Business leaders and entrepreneurs are transforming the power sector, but how can their success be scaled up to bring reliable electricity to the 600 million Africans living without it? As more stakeholders see the possibilities of African energy, and with the support of initiatives such as the U.S. government's Power Africa, the continent is positioned to become a tabula rasa for innovations in energy technology, distribution and financing. This panel will focus on trends, opportunit...

IEA's Renewable Energy Market Report 2017

The CSISEnergy and National SecurityProgram is pleased to host Heymi Bahar, Project Manager of the Renewable EnergyDivision at the International Energy Agency (IEA), for a presentation of the IEA's Renewable Energy MarketReport 2017 (formerly titled Medium-Term Renewables Market Report). The report provides a detailed market analysis and overview of renewable electricity capacity and generation, biofuels production, and heat consumption, as well as a forecast for the period between 2017 and 2022. This year's report also assesses the off-grid solar market in Africa and developing Asia and the contribution of electric vehicles to renewable road transport.
Additionally, the Renewable Energy Market Report 2017 identifies a set of policy improvements in key markets that could accelerate th...

published: 12 Oct 2017

Africa's Changing Energy Landscape

New oil and gas discoveries across Africa have raised hopes among governments and citizens alike that major investments to spur economic growth and development are the horizon. But the recent collapse in oil prices and broader unease around the energy market leave the timetable for capitalizing on these new discoveries uncertain. Join us for a pair of panel discussions on what these discoveries mean for Africa's energy landscape and what role renewable energy sources can play in broader efforts to increase energy access and support development across the continent. The conference will serve as the launch of the new CSIS report, "Africa's New EnergyProducers: Making the Most of EmergingOpportunities."
Panelists will include:
Christopher A. SmithAssistant Secretary for Fossil Energy, ...

Bloomberg New Energy Finance's New Energy Outlook 2017

The CSISEnergy and National SecurityProgram is pleased to host the launch of Bloomberg New Energy Finance's (BNEF) New Energy Outlook 2017. The report is BNEF's annual economic forecast for the world's power mix to 2040. Built over nine months, it is the result of a major collaboration of more than 65 market and technical experts from BNEF's 11 offices around the world.
Seb Henbest (NEOLeadAuthor and Head of Europe, Middle East, & Africa; BNEF) and Elena Giannakopoulou (Lead Energy Economist; BNEF) will present on the NEO 2017 findings, followed by Q&A and discussion.
This year, NEO 2017 highlights the long-term ramifications of competitive offshore wind and what cheaper batteries mean for the uptake of electric vehicles, consumer photovoltaic systems, and managing peak demand, among...

Powering Africa: Mall of Africa's solar energy installation

Nedbank was given the opportunity to provide funding for the renewable energy installation at Mall of Africa. On this episode, we show how this sustainable energy solution gives value to stakeholders.

published: 20 Apr 2017

Innovate Africa - Science Africa

From satellites to lasers - African innovators are using science and technology to advance their industries.

published: 24 Dec 2014

#18 What if we change - Improving Energy Efficiency in Africa

The people and technologies shaping Africa's energy future are going green. Correspondent Jeff Barbee reports from South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, and Malawi on how energy from the sun, wind, water, and even garbage not only helps the environment but prove that it is just good business to go with renewables.

published: 21 May 2013

Solutions to Africa's energy crisis

Africa’s largest economies produce significantly more energy than other African peers. Also, the oil-producing nations record substantial energy surpluses, but similar to other African countries with energy surpluses, a substantial amount of energy is exported without domestic demand being widely satisfied. Rising fuel and electricity prices also continue to impact Africa’s manufacturing sector adversely. In most parts of West and East Africa, backup power systems (diesel-powered generators) are used by manufacturing companies as their main energy source. Joining CNBC Africa is Ahmed Jaffer, Chairman of KPMGSouthern Africa and Head of Power & Electricity in South Africa and Dolapo Oni, Head of EnergyResearch, Ecobank

published: 02 Nov 2015

Investing in Africa's Energy Sector: Challenges Opportunities

Much of the African continent still lacks access to power and electricity. Immense challenges exist to changing this reality: regulatory structures are complicated and difficult to navigate; large investments are needed; and long-term financing is often difficult to secure. On this panel we heard from a range of experts on the various challenges and opportunities to investing in Africa's power sector. Leaders in the industry shared their experiences working in Africa's underserved energy market, and the discussion built upon the broader policy work focusing on the stimulation of economic growth in Africa.

This video outlines a systematic project development process for renewable energy projects, highligting "soft" issues as well. It also includes a discussion on the ProjectDefinition document, which is the first key document used to communicate to stakeholders on what the project is.
This session is a part of the five-day workshop, or 20 session webinar series, entitled, "Developing and Structuring BankableRenewable EnergyProjects in Africa."
For further information, visit http://www.afribiz.info.
WorkshopDetails
This workshop helps build a comprehensive and holistic knowledge set within the project developer community in Africa. It focuses on developing the business model from idea through feasibility. (The follow-up practicum covers from idea through funding.)
The workshop pays s...

Sub Saharan Africa is starved for electricity, the region's power sector is significantly underdeveloped, whether we look at energy access, installed capacity o...

Sub Saharan Africa is starved for electricity, the region's power sector is significantly underdeveloped, whether we look at energy access, installed capacity or overall consumption. There is a direct correlation between economic growth and electricity supply. If Sub Saharan Africa is to fulfil its promise, it needs power and lots of it. JoinCNBC Africa's Bronwyn Nielsen for this powerful dialogue, the first episode in a series of dialogues focused on Powering Africa.

Sub Saharan Africa is starved for electricity, the region's power sector is significantly underdeveloped, whether we look at energy access, installed capacity or overall consumption. There is a direct correlation between economic growth and electricity supply. If Sub Saharan Africa is to fulfil its promise, it needs power and lots of it. JoinCNBC Africa's Bronwyn Nielsen for this powerful dialogue, the first episode in a series of dialogues focused on Powering Africa.

published:10 Jan 2017

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Africa Energy Development BBC Africa Business Report Recorded 18.09.2017

Africa's Energy Landscape

The supply of power is among the most significant factors holding back economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa. With smart investments in energy projects and tech...

The supply of power is among the most significant factors holding back economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa. With smart investments in energy projects and technologies, Africa has the potential to tap vast resources that will attract international business and investment, create jobs and improve livelihoods. Business leaders and entrepreneurs are transforming the power sector, but how can their success be scaled up to bring reliable electricity to the 600 million Africans living without it? As more stakeholders see the possibilities of African energy, and with the support of initiatives such as the U.S. government's Power Africa, the continent is positioned to become a tabula rasa for innovations in energy technology, distribution and financing. This panel will focus on trends, opportunities and models for unlocking Africa's energy potential.

The supply of power is among the most significant factors holding back economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa. With smart investments in energy projects and technologies, Africa has the potential to tap vast resources that will attract international business and investment, create jobs and improve livelihoods. Business leaders and entrepreneurs are transforming the power sector, but how can their success be scaled up to bring reliable electricity to the 600 million Africans living without it? As more stakeholders see the possibilities of African energy, and with the support of initiatives such as the U.S. government's Power Africa, the continent is positioned to become a tabula rasa for innovations in energy technology, distribution and financing. This panel will focus on trends, opportunities and models for unlocking Africa's energy potential.

The CSISEnergy and National SecurityProgram is pleased to host Heymi Bahar, Project Manager of the Renewable EnergyDivision at the International Energy Agency (IEA), for a presentation of the IEA's Renewable Energy MarketReport 2017 (formerly titled Medium-Term Renewables Market Report). The report provides a detailed market analysis and overview of renewable electricity capacity and generation, biofuels production, and heat consumption, as well as a forecast for the period between 2017 and 2022. This year's report also assesses the off-grid solar market in Africa and developing Asia and the contribution of electric vehicles to renewable road transport.
Additionally, the Renewable Energy Market Report 2017 identifies a set of policy improvements in key markets that could accelerate the growth of renewables in the electricity sector as well as transport biofuels, necessary in all sectors for increased decarbonisation on track with long-term climate goals.

The CSISEnergy and National SecurityProgram is pleased to host Heymi Bahar, Project Manager of the Renewable EnergyDivision at the International Energy Agency (IEA), for a presentation of the IEA's Renewable Energy MarketReport 2017 (formerly titled Medium-Term Renewables Market Report). The report provides a detailed market analysis and overview of renewable electricity capacity and generation, biofuels production, and heat consumption, as well as a forecast for the period between 2017 and 2022. This year's report also assesses the off-grid solar market in Africa and developing Asia and the contribution of electric vehicles to renewable road transport.
Additionally, the Renewable Energy Market Report 2017 identifies a set of policy improvements in key markets that could accelerate the growth of renewables in the electricity sector as well as transport biofuels, necessary in all sectors for increased decarbonisation on track with long-term climate goals.

The CSISEnergy and National SecurityProgram is pleased to host the launch of Bloomberg New Energy Finance's (BNEF) New Energy Outlook 2017. The report is BNEF's annual economic forecast for the world's power mix to 2040. Built over nine months, it is the result of a major collaboration of more than 65 market and technical experts from BNEF's 11 offices around the world.
Seb Henbest (NEOLeadAuthor and Head of Europe, Middle East, & Africa; BNEF) and Elena Giannakopoulou (Lead Energy Economist; BNEF) will present on the NEO 2017 findings, followed by Q&A and discussion.
This year, NEO 2017 highlights the long-term ramifications of competitive offshore wind and what cheaper batteries mean for the uptake of electric vehicles, consumer photovoltaic systems, and managing peak demand, among other stories.

The CSISEnergy and National SecurityProgram is pleased to host the launch of Bloomberg New Energy Finance's (BNEF) New Energy Outlook 2017. The report is BNEF's annual economic forecast for the world's power mix to 2040. Built over nine months, it is the result of a major collaboration of more than 65 market and technical experts from BNEF's 11 offices around the world.
Seb Henbest (NEOLeadAuthor and Head of Europe, Middle East, & Africa; BNEF) and Elena Giannakopoulou (Lead Energy Economist; BNEF) will present on the NEO 2017 findings, followed by Q&A and discussion.
This year, NEO 2017 highlights the long-term ramifications of competitive offshore wind and what cheaper batteries mean for the uptake of electric vehicles, consumer photovoltaic systems, and managing peak demand, among other stories.

The people and technologies shaping Africa's energy future are going green. Correspondent Jeff Barbee reports from South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, and Malawi on how energy from the sun, wind, water, and even garbage not only helps the environment but prove that it is just good business to go with renewables.

The people and technologies shaping Africa's energy future are going green. Correspondent Jeff Barbee reports from South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, and Malawi on how energy from the sun, wind, water, and even garbage not only helps the environment but prove that it is just good business to go with renewables.

Solutions to Africa's energy crisis

Africa’s largest economies produce significantly more energy than other African peers. Also, the oil-producing nations record substantial energy surpluses, but ...

Africa’s largest economies produce significantly more energy than other African peers. Also, the oil-producing nations record substantial energy surpluses, but similar to other African countries with energy surpluses, a substantial amount of energy is exported without domestic demand being widely satisfied. Rising fuel and electricity prices also continue to impact Africa’s manufacturing sector adversely. In most parts of West and East Africa, backup power systems (diesel-powered generators) are used by manufacturing companies as their main energy source. Joining CNBC Africa is Ahmed Jaffer, Chairman of KPMGSouthern Africa and Head of Power & Electricity in South Africa and Dolapo Oni, Head of EnergyResearch, Ecobank

Africa’s largest economies produce significantly more energy than other African peers. Also, the oil-producing nations record substantial energy surpluses, but similar to other African countries with energy surpluses, a substantial amount of energy is exported without domestic demand being widely satisfied. Rising fuel and electricity prices also continue to impact Africa’s manufacturing sector adversely. In most parts of West and East Africa, backup power systems (diesel-powered generators) are used by manufacturing companies as their main energy source. Joining CNBC Africa is Ahmed Jaffer, Chairman of KPMGSouthern Africa and Head of Power & Electricity in South Africa and Dolapo Oni, Head of EnergyResearch, Ecobank

Investing in Africa's Energy Sector: Challenges Opportunities

Much of the African continent still lacks access to power and electricity. Immense challenges exist to changing this reality: regulatory structures are complica...

Much of the African continent still lacks access to power and electricity. Immense challenges exist to changing this reality: regulatory structures are complicated and difficult to navigate; large investments are needed; and long-term financing is often difficult to secure. On this panel we heard from a range of experts on the various challenges and opportunities to investing in Africa's power sector. Leaders in the industry shared their experiences working in Africa's underserved energy market, and the discussion built upon the broader policy work focusing on the stimulation of economic growth in Africa.

Much of the African continent still lacks access to power and electricity. Immense challenges exist to changing this reality: regulatory structures are complicated and difficult to navigate; large investments are needed; and long-term financing is often difficult to secure. On this panel we heard from a range of experts on the various challenges and opportunities to investing in Africa's power sector. Leaders in the industry shared their experiences working in Africa's underserved energy market, and the discussion built upon the broader policy work focusing on the stimulation of economic growth in Africa.

This video outlines a systematic project development process for renewable energy projects, highligting "soft" issues as well. It also includes a discussion on ...

This video outlines a systematic project development process for renewable energy projects, highligting "soft" issues as well. It also includes a discussion on the ProjectDefinition document, which is the first key document used to communicate to stakeholders on what the project is.
This session is a part of the five-day workshop, or 20 session webinar series, entitled, "Developing and Structuring BankableRenewable EnergyProjects in Africa."
For further information, visit http://www.afribiz.info.
WorkshopDetails
This workshop helps build a comprehensive and holistic knowledge set within the project developer community in Africa. It focuses on developing the business model from idea through feasibility. (The follow-up practicum covers from idea through funding.)
The workshop pays special attention to the early stage project development process – from idea to feasibility – where a lot of time is wasted and gaps exists to assist project stakeholders to accelerate and be more efficient at managing projects. It also prepares project stakeholders for the remaining stages of the project development process.
This five-day workshop is for individuals and organizations who are involved in the development, support, or execution of renewable energy projects in Africa with a focus on projects under 100MW. It is suitable for government, private sector, communities, developers, and technical support agencies.
After this webinar, you will be able to:
- Describe key components for bankable renewable energy projects in Africa.
- Identify key factors for financing renewable energy projects in Africa.
- Describe the dynamic contextual factors for renewable energy projects in Africa.
- Describe project development process for renewable energy projects in Africa.
- Describe how to develop and manage projects from idea through prefeasibility.
- Describe how to develop and manage projects from prefeasibility through feasibility.
- Describe how to develop and manage projects from feasibility to funding.
- Identify key relationships, partnerships, and ecosystems to develop and leverage.
- Address project context and content elements of Context, Competition, Customers & Markets, Channels & Chains, and Commitments.
- Address project context and content elements of Compound, Capacity, Complex, Configuration, and Commission & Operation.
= Address project context and content elements of Community & Stakeholders, Common Good, Credibility, Collaboration, and Circles of Influence & Champions.
= Address project context and content elements of Company & Ownership Structure, Capital, Finance, & Economics, and Cash & Cost.
= Address project context and content elements of Concerns, Conflicts & Challenges, Communication & Feedback, Consequences, Creation, and Comprehensive.
= Develop concept document.
- Develop preliminary project information memorandum.
- Describe essential elements of project financial modeling.
- Identify alternative means for funding early stage and middle stage projects, including feasibility.
- Identify and track key indicators for project progress.

This video outlines a systematic project development process for renewable energy projects, highligting "soft" issues as well. It also includes a discussion on the ProjectDefinition document, which is the first key document used to communicate to stakeholders on what the project is.
This session is a part of the five-day workshop, or 20 session webinar series, entitled, "Developing and Structuring BankableRenewable EnergyProjects in Africa."
For further information, visit http://www.afribiz.info.
WorkshopDetails
This workshop helps build a comprehensive and holistic knowledge set within the project developer community in Africa. It focuses on developing the business model from idea through feasibility. (The follow-up practicum covers from idea through funding.)
The workshop pays special attention to the early stage project development process – from idea to feasibility – where a lot of time is wasted and gaps exists to assist project stakeholders to accelerate and be more efficient at managing projects. It also prepares project stakeholders for the remaining stages of the project development process.
This five-day workshop is for individuals and organizations who are involved in the development, support, or execution of renewable energy projects in Africa with a focus on projects under 100MW. It is suitable for government, private sector, communities, developers, and technical support agencies.
After this webinar, you will be able to:
- Describe key components for bankable renewable energy projects in Africa.
- Identify key factors for financing renewable energy projects in Africa.
- Describe the dynamic contextual factors for renewable energy projects in Africa.
- Describe project development process for renewable energy projects in Africa.
- Describe how to develop and manage projects from idea through prefeasibility.
- Describe how to develop and manage projects from prefeasibility through feasibility.
- Describe how to develop and manage projects from feasibility to funding.
- Identify key relationships, partnerships, and ecosystems to develop and leverage.
- Address project context and content elements of Context, Competition, Customers & Markets, Channels & Chains, and Commitments.
- Address project context and content elements of Compound, Capacity, Complex, Configuration, and Commission & Operation.
= Address project context and content elements of Community & Stakeholders, Common Good, Credibility, Collaboration, and Circles of Influence & Champions.
= Address project context and content elements of Company & Ownership Structure, Capital, Finance, & Economics, and Cash & Cost.
= Address project context and content elements of Concerns, Conflicts & Challenges, Communication & Feedback, Consequences, Creation, and Comprehensive.
= Develop concept document.
- Develop preliminary project information memorandum.
- Describe essential elements of project financial modeling.
- Identify alternative means for funding early stage and middle stage projects, including feasibility.
- Identify and track key indicators for project progress.

Africa Energy Outlook

Sub-Saharan Africa' s energy sector can be improved to unlock a better life for its citizens. This report describes one of the most poorly understood parts of the global energy system, offers an authoritative study of its future prospects - broken down by fuel, sector and sub-region - and shows how investment in the sub-Saharan energy sector can stimulate rapid economic and social development across the region.
The report:
Explores how quickly modern energy might be brought to the huge population currently deprived of it
Highlights key actions in the energy sector that can unleash more rapid economic and social development in sub-Saharan Africa
Evaluates the role of renewables in the region's energy future, and how important mini- and off-grid solutions can be in providing access to electricity
Examines how existing and emerging oil and gas producers can maximise the value of their resources for economic development
Identifies the benefits that greater regional integration of the energy sector can bring, as well as mapping the future role of sub-Saharan Africa in the global energy system

20:47

Africa Energy Development - BBC Africa Business Report Recorded 18.09.2011

Africa Energy Development - BBC Africa Business Report Recorded 18.09.2011
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Sub Saharan Africa is starved for electricity, the region's power sector is significantly underdeveloped, whether we look at energy access, installed capacity or overall consumption. There is a direct correlation between economic growth and electricity supply. If Sub Saharan Africa is to fulfil its promise, it needs power and lots of it. JoinCNBC Africa's Bronwyn Nielsen for this powerful dialogue, the first episode in a series of dialogues focused on Powering Africa.

2:46

Report: South Africa's Energy Crisis And Its Implications

South Africa's energy crisis has cost the economy an estimated 30 billion dollars since 20...

Report: South Africa's Energy Crisis And Its Implications

South Africa's energy crisis has cost the economy an estimated 30 billion dollars since 2008. The figure is rising steadily as load shedding is implemented. Big business and the industrial sector is feeling the pain of the interruptions. Despite the need for increased production, Eskom is unable to guarantee a stable power supply at this stage.

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Father: I have a business idea. How hard is it to make a Facebook?
Me: Oh, very easy.
Friend: He doesn’t mean to make a Facebook profile. He means to remake all of Facebook.
Me: Oh. Very hard.
Father: Oh, OK.

1:03:27

Africa's Energy Landscape

The supply of power is among the most significant factors holding back economic growth in ...

Africa's Energy Landscape

The supply of power is among the most significant factors holding back economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa. With smart investments in energy projects and technologies, Africa has the potential to tap vast resources that will attract international business and investment, create jobs and improve livelihoods. Business leaders and entrepreneurs are transforming the power sector, but how can their success be scaled up to bring reliable electricity to the 600 million Africans living without it? As more stakeholders see the possibilities of African energy, and with the support of initiatives such as the U.S. government's Power Africa, the continent is positioned to become a tabula rasa for innovations in energy technology, distribution and financing. This panel will focus on trends, opportunities and models for unlocking Africa's energy potential.

The Africa-EU Renewable Energy Cooperation Programme (RECP)

Sub-Saharan Africa’s economy has more than doubled since 2000. The InternationalEnergyAgency estimates that energy demand will increase by 80% until 2040, as a result of a growing middle class, urbanisation and high population growth rates. Africa has substantial renewable energy resources which are largely untapped: Only 10% of the continent’s hydropower potential is being utilised, the vast potential for solar is nearly untouched, wind energy resources have not yet been exploited and geothermal energy will play a crucial role in East Africa in the near future.
Throughout the continent, stakeholders from the public and private sector as well as civil society have demonstrated their commitment to renewable energy and a number of projects have been successfully developed. While Latin America and Asia are the markets of today, Africa will be the market of tomorrow. For european companies this poses significant investment opportunities to engage in Africa’s renewable energy markets.
However, challenges remain. Lack of market information hinders the identification of opportunities and the establishment of business relations. High capital costs, as well as the complicated access to dedicated finance options delay investments. Remaining gaps in the regulatory framework need to be closed and local skills and capacities need improvement.
In light of these challenges, the Africa-EU Renewable Energy Cooperation Programme (RECP), a multi-donor programme that supports development of markets for renewable energy in Africa, was launched by more than 35 African and European Ministers at the First High-Level Meeting of the Africa-EU Energy Partnership (AEEP) in Vienna in September 2010.
The objective of the programme is to support market development for meso-scale renewable energy technologies in Africa in order to harness the untapped potential and meet current and future energy needs. Meso-scale projects have substantial potential for increasing energy access and simultaneously provide local benefits. The RECP supports African and European companies to join forces and invest, while engaging with finance institutions and governments, with the objective of increasing private investment in renewable energy in Africa.
The RECP is based on an integrated approach of interlinked interventions organised in four Action Areas. Each Action Area is targeting a crucial success factor for efficient markets:
1) Policy Advisory 2) Private Sector cooperation 3) Access to Finance 4) Innovation and Skills Development
For more information: http://www.africa-eu-renewables.org/

2:29

Solar energy for Africa by 2030

The British Government has launched a new campaign to help achieve universal energy access...

Solar energy for Africa by 2030

The British Government has launched a new campaign to help achieve universal energy access across Africa by 2030. Part of the initiative involves removing some of the barriers to installing small, self-contained solar energy kits into homes and businesses, which are operated on a pay-as-you-go system.Our UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports.

2:54

S. Africa Power Crisis: People Rely on Renewable Energy As Blackouts Start To Bite

South Africa's power utility has warned of a worsening power shortage, due to a technical ...

S. Africa Power Crisis: People Rely on Renewable Energy As Blackouts Start To Bite

South Africa's power utility has warned of a worsening power shortage, due to a technical fault at its nuclear power station. Eskom says the cause of the fault is not known but that it did not affect the nuclear reactor. But the power crisis has led to some residents in the Cape Town taking the decision to stop relying on the national electricity supply and generate their own, instead. CCTV's TraversAndrews filed this report.

1:28:32

Sub-Saharan Africa: Energy Security and Growth

Sub-Saharan Africa is the fifth topic of the Wilson Center’s bimonthly Regional and Global...

Sub Saharan Africa is starved for electricity, the region's power sector is significantly underdeveloped, whether we look at energy access, installed capacity or overall consumption. There is a direct correlation between economic growth and electricity supply. If Sub Saharan Africa is to fulfil its promise, it needs power and lots of it. JoinCNBC Africa's Bronwyn Nielsen for this powerful dialogue, the first episode in a series of dialogues focused on Powering Africa.

38:13

Africa Energy Development BBC Africa Business Report Recorded 18.09.2017

Africa Energy Development - BBC Africa Business Report Recorded 18.09.2017 From Ghanas Oil...

Africa's Energy Landscape

The supply of power is among the most significant factors holding back economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa. With smart investments in energy projects and technologies, Africa has the potential to tap vast resources that will attract international business and investment, create jobs and improve livelihoods. Business leaders and entrepreneurs are transforming the power sector, but how can their success be scaled up to bring reliable electricity to the 600 million Africans living without it? As more stakeholders see the possibilities of African energy, and with the support of initiatives such as the U.S. government's Power Africa, the continent is positioned to become a tabula rasa for innovations in energy technology, distribution and financing. This panel will focus on trends, opportunities and models for unlocking Africa's energy potential.

27:34

Renewable Energy Africa

Credits in Slide: This video is for learning Purposes about RE in Africa for Students in D...

IEA's Renewable Energy Market Report 2017

The CSISEnergy and National SecurityProgram is pleased to host Heymi Bahar, Project Manager of the Renewable EnergyDivision at the International Energy Agency (IEA), for a presentation of the IEA's Renewable Energy MarketReport 2017 (formerly titled Medium-Term Renewables Market Report). The report provides a detailed market analysis and overview of renewable electricity capacity and generation, biofuels production, and heat consumption, as well as a forecast for the period between 2017 and 2022. This year's report also assesses the off-grid solar market in Africa and developing Asia and the contribution of electric vehicles to renewable road transport.
Additionally, the Renewable Energy Market Report 2017 identifies a set of policy improvements in key markets that could accelerate the growth of renewables in the electricity sector as well as transport biofuels, necessary in all sectors for increased decarbonisation on track with long-term climate goals.

2:48:01

Africa's Changing Energy Landscape

New oil and gas discoveries across Africa have raised hopes among governments and citizens...

Bloomberg New Energy Finance's New Energy Outlook 2017

The CSISEnergy and National SecurityProgram is pleased to host the launch of Bloomberg New Energy Finance's (BNEF) New Energy Outlook 2017. The report is BNEF's annual economic forecast for the world's power mix to 2040. Built over nine months, it is the result of a major collaboration of more than 65 market and technical experts from BNEF's 11 offices around the world.
Seb Henbest (NEOLeadAuthor and Head of Europe, Middle East, & Africa; BNEF) and Elena Giannakopoulou (Lead Energy Economist; BNEF) will present on the NEO 2017 findings, followed by Q&A and discussion.
This year, NEO 2017 highlights the long-term ramifications of competitive offshore wind and what cheaper batteries mean for the uptake of electric vehicles, consumer photovoltaic systems, and managing peak demand, among other stories.

Investing in Africa's Energy Sector: Challenges O...

Renewable Energy Projects in Africa: Project Devel...

LONDON (AP) — A British surgeon has admitted assaulting two patients by burning his initials into their livers during transplant operations ...Bramhall used an argon beam coagulator, which seals bleeding blood vessels with an electric beam, to mark his initials on the organs ... ....

District JudgeTed Stewart said during a hearing in Salt Lake City that Lyle Jeffs deserved the 57-month prison sentence because his behavior showed he doesn't respect U.S ... Jeffs is an adult. He knows right from wrong." ... He was ordered to pay $1 million in restitution ... "I do humbly accept my responsibly for my actions ... The FBI put up a $50,000 reward....

Janet Yellen announced that for the third time this year and the fifth time since the financial crisis, the Federal Reserve was increasing interest rates another quarter of a point on Wednesday, according to National Public Radio. Federal policymakers aid the increase in the benchmark federal funds rate would shift from 1.25 percent to 1.5 percent, the third increase on the key rate this year ...Economic growth in the U.S....

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As part of effort to improve on education system and guarantee sustainable future for the youths in the communities where it operates across the country, Lafarge AfricaPLC has presented N20.4 million cheques as bursaries to 204 students in various higher institutions drawn from 12 communities within its cement plant in EwekoroLocal Government Area This content is for Standard & PremiumDigitalSubscribers only....

This past year has largely been a disappointment for investors in master limited partnerships (MLPs). The Alerian MLPIndex, which tracks energy infrastructure MLPs, has delivered a negative total return of 7.4%. That said, HollyEnergyPartners, L.P. (NYSE. HEP) ... ....

PIERRE—South Dakota regulators could decide next week how to handle Juhl Energy’s request to accept a price its lawyers argue is flawed, but acceptable, for wind electricity it wants to force NorthWestern Energy to buy. The statePublic Utilities C ... ....

Formation of the group is outlined in Senate Bill 350, the CleanEnergy and PollutionReductionAct of 2015... The CaliforniaEnergyCommission is the state's primary energy policy and planning agency ... advancing state energy policy, encouraging energy efficiency, certifying thermal power plants, investing in energy innovation, developing renewable energy, transforming transportation and preparing for energy emergencies....